The metallography mounting presses from GenPress’ line up are designed with ease of use and affordability in mind. The product line includes semi and fully automatic presses that facilitate the repetition of sample cycles and reduce the amount of time that operators must devote to sample preparation. The affordable mounting presses in the GenPress line increase speed and efficiency during the sample mounting process. Browse the products in the line to find mounting presses for a variety of sample production needs.
GenPress MFA HYD – Fully Automatic Hydraulic Mounting Press – Hydraulic Controlled – 1-2” (25-50mm) Mold Assembly
NextGen’s MFA Series – Fully Automatic Mounting Presses for Metallographic Sample Preparation is an advanced automatic mounting press for compression mounting of material samples. The fully automatic mounting press system is controlled with a 7” touch screen controller where the parameters for heating, cooling, and timing can all be adjusted and saved. Up to 100 operator-created programs can be stored for easy repetition. Integrated hydraulic operation ensures consistent, high-quality results. Sample sizes are available from 1” to 2” (25–50mm). With optional spacers, one to two samples can be mounted in a single cycle. This state-of-the-art automatic mounting press provides a cost-effective solution for both laboratory and production environments.
NextGen’s MFA Series – Fully Automatic Mounting Presses for Metallographic Sample Preparation is an advanced automatic mounting press for compression mounting of material samples. The fully automatic mounting press system is controlled with a 7” touch screen controller where the parameters for heating, cooling, and timing can all be adjusted and saved. Up to 100 operator-created programs can be stored for easy repetition. Integrated hydraulic operation ensures consistent, high-quality results. Sample sizes are available from 1” to 2” (25–50mm). With optional spacers, one to two samples can be mounted in a single cycle. This state-of-the-art automatic mounting press provides a cost-effective solution for both laboratory and production environments.
GenPress MFA Dual HYD – Fully Automatic Dual Hydraulic Mounting Press – Hydraulic Controlled – 1-2” (25-50mm) Mold Assembly
The GenPress MFA Dual HYD is a fully automatic dual hydraulic mounting press designed for simultaneous metallographic sample preparation. A 7” touch screen allows operators to adjust and save heating, cooling, and timing parameters. The system stores up to 100 programs for repeatable operation. With its dual-mold configuration, up to four samples can be produced in a single cycle. Sample sizes range from 1” to 2” (25–50mm), with other sizes available upon request. Integrated water cooling and silent hydraulic operation make this model a reliable and efficient choice for advanced laboratories and production settings.
The GenPress MFA Dual HYD is a fully automatic dual hydraulic mounting press designed for simultaneous metallographic sample preparation. A 7” touch screen allows operators to adjust and save heating, cooling, and timing parameters. The system stores up to 100 programs for repeatable operation. With its dual-mold configuration, up to four samples can be produced in a single cycle. Sample sizes range from 1” to 2” (25–50mm), with other sizes available upon request. Integrated water cooling and silent hydraulic operation make this model a reliable and efficient choice for advanced laboratories and production settings.
GenVac MP Series – Epoxy Mounting Vacuum Impregnation System for Metallographic Sample Preparation
This vacuum impregnation system is designed for the precision sample impregnation of porous materials like rock. The user-friendly interface is operated easily with only a few simple controls located on the front of the machine. For the operator’s convenience, it is designed with a separate vacuum pump, clear viewing area via a transparent lid, and disposable sample cup holder.
This vacuum impregnation system is designed for the precision sample impregnation of porous materials like rock. The user-friendly interface is operated easily with only a few simple controls located on the front of the machine. For the operator’s convenience, it is designed with a separate vacuum pump, clear viewing area via a transparent lid, and disposable sample cup holder.
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